Veterinary Technician 1

Role Summary

The Veterinary Technician is part of a team performing day-to-day operations within the swine transplant research facility. The daily treatment, animal anesthesia and assisting in surgical and post-operative care/procedures are the major responsibilities. The work also involves supporting activities related to the study of animal welfare, including feeding and health monitoring. This role is also responsible for performing maintenance of the facility's medical equipment and record keeping oversight at the facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day operations in the swine transplant research facility, including animal treatment and anesthesia, and assist in surgical and post-operative care/procedures.
• Support animal welfare activities such as feeding and health monitoring.
• Maintain and oversee the facility's medical equipment and record-keeping processes.

Qualifications

• Required: Associates Degree in veterinary technology, animal sciences, or related field
• Required: 2+ years of experience in large animal care and handling with an Associates Degree or
• Required: 1+ years of experience in large animal care and handling with a Bachelor's Degree
• Required: 1+ years of experience in facility and equipment maintenance
• Required: 1+ years of experience in data collection and record keeping
• Required: Must not have any other interaction with pigs outside of the company
• Required: Knowledge of the Animal Welfare Act and other federal regulations regarding animal research including USDA, FDA and DEA
• Required: Physical Demand: Lift 75 lbs to waist level; Carry 50 lbs; Push/Pull 200 lbs on wheels
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in veterinary technology, animal sciences, or related field
• Preferred: 2+ years of experience performing anesthesia, medical tests, observing behaviors, sample collections, and administering medication to large animals
• Preferred: Licensed Veterinary Technician - NAVTA Licensed Vet Tech through the VA Board of Veterinary Medicine

Education

• Associates Degree in veterinary technology, animal sciences, or related field
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in veterinary technology, animal sciences, or related field

Additional Requirements

• Physical Demands: Lift 75 lbs to waist level; Carry 50 lbs; Push/Pull 200 lbs on wheels